Can an employee be compelled to work against his wishes?

Forcing an employee to work against his will is neither ethical nor legal. In some cases, an employee is made to do work for long hours without adequate compensation or breaks such actions may even be considered harassment or discrimination.

BAIL FOR APPREHENSION OF ARREST

In accordance with Section 438 of the Criminal Procedure Code, bail must be provided before an arrest can be made. A person may apply for bail before the session’s court of the High Court if they anticipate being detained for an offense for which there is no possibility of bail.

Legal Remedies For Cheque Bounce

Cheque bounce is a criminal offence stipulated under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The aggrieved party can file a criminal as well as a civil case against the accused who must have had a legal obligation to repay the amount.

A judiciary-Executive Tussle over Judicial Appointments

The conflict between the Executive and the Judiciary regarding judicial appointment is not new. Its most visible manifestation was when Prime Minister Indira Gandhi appointed Justice A.N. Ray as the Chief Justice in 1975 out of turn, as a “reward” for his pro-government stance in the Kesavananda Bharti Case. This led to much public outcry, on the grounds of violation of judicial independence.

Judges & Social Media: Managing the Risks

Criminal Procedure Jurisprudence explains the evidentiary value that social media posts carry. Certainly, there are advantages and good policy reasons for accessing social media evidence used in criminal proceedings.